British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who is on a two-day visit to India, visited Yash Raj Films Studios in Mumbai on Wednesday.
During his visit, he met actress Rani Mukerji and YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani. The meeting marked a new cultural milestone as Starmer announced that Yash Raj Films (YRF) will shoot three big productions across the UK starting early 2026.
"Bollywood is back in Britain, and it's bringing jobs, investment and opportunity, all while showcasing the UK as a world-class destination for global filmmaking. This is exactly the kind of partnership our trade deal with India is destined to unlock – driving growth, strengthening cultural ties and delivering for communities across the country," PM Keir Starmer said, according to a statement by YRF.
YRF CEO Akshaye Widhani said the UK has always been close to the studio’s heart, noting that many of YRF’s iconic films, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), were shot there.
The Prime Minister was joined by major UK film industry representatives, including members from the British Film Institute, Pinewood Studios, and Elstree Studios.
The collaboration is expected to strengthen creative and economic ties between the two countries.
